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The nurse is performing stroke risk screenings at a hospital open house. Identification of high-risk individuals is the goal of the screenings. The nurse has identified four patients who might be at risk for a stroke.
 
  Which patient is likely at highest risk for a stroke?
  A) White woman, age 60 with history of excessive alcohol intake
  B) White man, age 60 with history of uncontrolled hypertension
  C) Black man, age 60, with history of diabetes
  D) Black man, age 50 with history of smoking

Question 2

A diabetes nurse is discussing lifestyle measures that a patient with a recent diagnosis of type 1 diabetes can use to manage his disease. When discussing the benefits of exercise with this patient, the nurse should recommend that he:
 
  A) Eat a snack immediately following exercise to prevent hypoglycemia
  B) Use exercise to lower his blood sugar during hyperglycemic episodes
  C) Exercise a similar amount at a similar time each day
  D) Avoid physical activity until he is able to manage his blood sugars independently



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C





 

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